SWIFT/BIC code GIBAHUH1CUS
GIBAHUH1CUS belongs to Erste Bank Hungary Zrt in Budapest, Hungary.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GIBAHUH1CUS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GIBAHUH1 |
| Branch code | CUS |
| Bank | Erste Bank Hungary Zrt |
| Branch | Custody Department |
| City | Budapest |
| Country | Hungary |
The way the Erste Bank Hungary Zrt SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GIBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- H1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CUS Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which branch is behind SWIFT code GIBAHUH1CUS?
The code GIBAHUH1CUS belongs to Custody Department, a unit of Erste Bank Hungary Zrt in Budapest, Hungary. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use GIBAHUH1 instead of GIBAHUH1CUS?
GIBAHUH1 points to the head office of Erste Bank Hungary Zrt, while GIBAHUH1CUS points to Custody Department. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use GIBAHUH1CUS if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Erste Bank Hungary Zrt?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Hungarian Forint with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use GIBAHUH1CUS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GIBAHUH1CUS with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Erste Bank Hungary Zrt have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Erste Bank Hungary Zrt in Hungary. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in GIBAHUH1CUS stand for?
GIBA is the bank code of Erste Bank Hungary Zrt, HU is the ISO code of Hungary, H1 is the code for the city or region and CUS identifies the department Custody Department.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.